The Skilful Singer’s Blog

September 8, 2016

Learn how to hit the sweet spot with vowel sounds

Singing vowels correctly can be the difference between nailing a performance and losing an audience’s attention completely.
July 7, 2016

Attention singers: Here’s how to connect with your audience (even if you’re shy or nervous)

Have you ever wished your performance skills matched your top-notch singing technique? It’s not uncommon for even advanced singers to feel clueless on stage, but there is help at hand. At a recent performance workshop run by Kathleen Connell Singing Tuition, experienced singer, director and mentor Christine Douglas shared these […]
March 8, 2016

When things go bump in your voice: How to smooth out your register shifts

Hey ladies: ever noticed a bump, crack or click in your middle voice as you shift between registers? Getting the right mix of head and chest voice to create a strong and flavoursome middle voice will ensure a smoother road ahead. When it comes to your middle voice, the first […]
October 26, 2015

Too macho for falsetto? Think again. It’s about strength and agility.

They say nothing worthwhile ever comes easily and that’s certainly the case with singing falsetto. “I can’t get the high notes,” or “my voice sounds croaky up there,” are common complaints with many male singers either taking the key down or abandoning their upper register all together. My advice: don’t […]
July 23, 2015

How to perfect your singing practice

We all know that practice makes perfect, but is there a perfect way to practise? Here are my top tips for making the most of every minute you invest in your voice, as well as how to find time in the first place!
May 13, 2015

How to safely add belt singing to your repertoire

Belt singing is no stranger to controversy, yet there is a way to safely add this bold style to your bag of singing tricks.